Summary
Newsmax is suing Fox News, claiming that Fox uses unfair methods to limit competition from other right-wing networks. The lawsuit accuses Fox of pressuring TV providers to block or limit access to channels like Newsmax. Newsmax wants the court to stop these practices and is seeking damages.
Key Facts
- Newsmax has filed a lawsuit against Fox News in a federal court in Florida.
- The lawsuit accuses Fox News of anticompetitive behavior, which means using unfair methods to limit competition.
- Newsmax claims Fox uses its power to influence TV providers to restrict other conservative channels.
- The suit alleges Fox News has exclusive content deals that block competitors and financially penalizes providers carrying other right-leaning networks.
- Newsmax accuses Fox of pressuring guests not to appear on rival channels and hiring investigators to target Newsmax executives.
- Newsmax wants the court to declare these practices unlawful and seeks monetary compensation.
- Newsmax has a market value of about $1.8 billion and gained support from former President Donald Trump.
- Both Newsmax and Fox News have been involved in defamation lawsuits linked to claims about the 2020 US election.
